2 February 2009

It's hard to believe that two years ago on February 2nd I posted my first entry on this blog. My posts had no comments and no readership in those days. I was recording my recipes for my family and friends starting with Fried Zucchini Blossoms with Feta & Mint which I learned by the shoulders of Aglaia Kremezi on an island in Greece at Keartisinal; plus family favourites like Seafood Salmon Roulade and Val's Rhubarb Cheesecake. So much has happened since those early days!!! I've met many amazing foodies who share a passion for food. I have improved my baking and cooking skills and have been challenged to think outside my comfort zone and spread my wings. I'd even like to think that I have improved my photography and writing skills which is still a work in progress.

I could go into a long speech, giving thanks and pointing out my favorite things that keep me coming back to blogging each and every day, or, even all the recipes that I’ve tagged from all of the talented foodies along the way....that I still hope to make "someday". Countless times I've turned to food blogs for tips, answers and inspiration and I have never been disappointed. There is so much talent and creativity out there in the blogging world. I just hope I've left my mark and contributed in my own small way.

Of course, this blog would be a lot less fun without all of your comments and I want to thank everyone who has taken the time to read and comment. It has meant so much to me!!! It just goes to show you the way in which food brings people together from every corner of the world! Wouldn't it be something if one day we could sit down and share bread together or better yet join in a cooking class together!!!! Since this won't be happening right this second I would like to show my appreciation to my readers !!!!

What keeps me coming back to blogging day after day is YOU!!! It's been a blast!!!!! I am offering a gift to one lucky reader to show my sincere gratitude for all your support in these past 2 years. More Than Burnt Toast is having a giveaway!!!! Those of you who read this blog know that I am one of the biggest supporters of Canadians out there (in addition to my love of all things Greek!!!!). Therefore, it stands to reason that I would offer a cookbook by a Canadian author.

To be included in the giveaway simply comment on this post and let me know which of the following books you would choose from Amazon. If you would like a second entry simply mention this giveaway on your blog and comment a second time to let me know. I will choose a winner at random and one person will be the lucky winner of their cookbook of choice!!

"The Main: Recipes" by Anthony Sedlak

"In the Kitchen with Anna: New Ways with the Classics" by Anna Olson

"French Taste" by Laura Calder

"Weekend Cooking: Ricardo & Friends" by Ricardo Larivee

"Anita Stewart's Canada" by Anita Stewart

"Chef at Home" by Michael Smith

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Congratulations on your 2nd birthday! I have been enjoying your posts since I joined blogger. It is nice to see so many Canadian foodies and your giveway of a Canadian cookbook is certainly fitting. They are all so great...like have to say Chef at Home Michael Smith is the one I like the best. Although they all have unique and fun styles.

Congratulations on celebrating your second anniversary. Since I've only been at it 6 months, I feel like the little sister (probably not in size and age, but...). Anyway, I'd like to turn the table and thank you for reaching out and supporting me in my efforts. It really is a great experience.

Congratulations on your 2nd Blogiversary, Val! What a milestone! You are one of the most prolific bloggers out there, and each new recipe is more tempting than the last. I don't know how you do it all! You really are an inspiration to me.

Happy second bloggerversary! Wow! Congratulations! thank you for the give-away, thank you for your untiring efforts in BloggerAid. And yes, I have just the recipe for BloggerAid cookbook. I have recently posted the picture in my blog, but still has to send in the complete recipe through email.

Thank you for BlogAid and all that you do for good of others!! Thank you also for being you a great cook/baker/blogger!! I always seem to be playing catch up these days due to my on-going back condition but I do enjoy calling by your blog and reading your posts!! It's a privilege to have *met* you!

Two years!! How time goes by so quickly and all of those lovely recipes you have cooked, photographed and shared with us all.I'm not familiar with the books in question, but Anna Olson sounds like my sort of author.

Congratulations Val on your 2nd Bloggoversary. May you blog for many years to come and keep those delicious recipes coming in. If I am lucky enough to be selected I would donate any of these books to BloggerAid so that later on we may auction it.

Well I guess they say 'Time flies when you're having fun' for a reason. Congrats, Val on your two years of blogging. I love reading your post, they are always full of great info, tips and show so much compassion to your fellow people.

If I was the lucky winner of the give away I'd choose "Anita Stewart's Canada" by Anita Stewart.

Congratulations on your blogiversary -- it's a huge achievement to maintain a blog for two years, and I'm looking forward to Year Three of delicious (especially Greek-inspired) recipes! I'd probably choose the Anita Stewart book, as I'd like to learn more about contemporary Canadian cooking.

WAY to Go Val. Congrats on one of my favourute blogs turning 2. Your blog is refreshing, brimming with new ideas & passionate. It's always wondeful stopping by & I feel like you are talking to me over every post! I love your blog.If, IF IF IF (LOL), the RIG were ever to choose me, then I'd probably pick "Anita Stewart's Canada".Cheers & looking forward to "much more than burnt toast" in the years to come! HUGS Deeba

Happy Blogiversary! Two years is an achievement! Here's wishing you many more years of blogging success and enjoyment. I hope for nothing but the best for you! As for the book, I'd choose French Taste, by Laura Calder.

Val really congrats by the two years you have blogging!!! You are one of the first I kew in the blogging word and still love to come here all the time!!!Thanks to you by your support when I begin and for your lovely recipes.I hope you have a lot of yours blogging!! I will try to sendyo some recipe to the book..Dear Val I love Ana Olson and love her recipes,the last year I saw her in TV but this year I dont see in Food Gourment, but I love her recipes, so a book of her would be lovely, love ya, xxxxGloria

WOW, Happy Blogoversary Valli! Amazing how quickly things can change in two years! It is wonderful to see you and all the progress you have made in the blogging community! Keep up the good work, my friend!

Wow, happy birthday!! The Anita Stewart book would be awesome, as would the Ricardo one... he's so cute! Have a wonderful bloggy birthday... must figure out a recipe for you guys - I'd love to get a copy of that finished book!

Oh dear Val- congratulations on your 2nd bloggiversary! I must say that you have been one of the greatest gifts I have enjoyed since I started blogging- so many, many thanks to you- you wonderful you. If I have to choose a book it would be the Anita Stewart's Canada- what else?looking forward to many more years of MTBT to come.xo

Cheers for wonderful 2 years of blogging, and many many years to come!!!!!!!!I love the fresh unique look, lovely spirit, the photos and recipes. I am getting to know you more every day!!!!!!!I don't mind a book for Ricardo or Micheal Smith

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My blog More Than Burnt Toast has been my passion for almost 9 years and has evolved with me over time as I have gained confidence in the kitchen. Follow my travels through Italy and Greece one recipe at a time, upcoming cooking classes at local Okanagan wineries and restaurants, as well as daily experimentation in my own kitchen. Every day we should be excited about what we are eating even if it just means making use of a wonderful find at our local farmers market. I look forward to getting to know you.